Late night spots featured on ‘Check, Please! Arizona’

Looking for a late-night bite, solid nightlife or some fun nighttime ambiance? Look no further than the Arizona restaurants we’ve featured on our original show “Check, Please! Arizona.” Peruse the list below to find great options for your next night out.

K O’Donnell’s

A sports bar that hits a home run every time, K O’Donnell’s prides itself on its elevated bar food with its menu that has a little something for everyone.

Owner Jennifer O’Donnell said they focus on being a restaurant first with their offerings of comfort food and Southwestern dishes, but the sports bar ambiance is fun and vibrant.

You might not expect a sports bar to have this much variety or high-quality food, and they are known for their wings. They are open until 1 a.m. from Thursday night through Saturday night, making them a great weekend option.

You can visit K O’Donnell’s at 14850 N. Northsight Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Spokes on Southern

Looking for a fun and unique dining experience in Arizona? Look no further than Spokes on Southern, a bike-themed bar and grill that offers a little something for everyone.

With a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, Spokes on Southern offers a diverse menu featuring everything from turkey sliders to carne asada tacos, salmon salad to pepper burgers. The star of the show, however, is their wide selection of craft brews from Arizona and around the world, including 26 local beers. 

Spokes on Souther is open until 1 a.m. or 2 a.m. most days of the week.

You can visit Spokes on Southern at 1470 E. Southern, Tempe, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

The Salt Cellar

The Salt Cellar stands as a landmark restaurant in the southern part of Scottsdale, and when guests descend three levels into the heart of the restaurant, they find themselves in a unique dining space that combines intimacy with elegance.

The atmosphere inside The Salt Cellar is both romantic and welcoming, featuring candlelit tables draped with fine linens, creating a sophisticated yet unpretentious ambiance. The Salt Cellar is open every night until 12 a.m.

“Check, Please! Arizona” guest Tracey Dodrill raved about the Escargot en Caps, describing it as “absolutely phenomenal” with a “tasty” blend of garlic and olive oil that perfectly complements the mushroom caps.

You can visit The Salt Cellar at 550 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Cornish Pasty Company

Cornish Pasty Company is known for its hand-made pasties featuring a flaky pastry pocket filled with meat and vegetables. The eatery offers more than 40 kinds of pasties, including vegetarian and vegan options.

The owner, Dean Thomas, said the restaurant has the vibe of a traditional English pub with “dim lighting, wooden tables and wooden bar faces,” he explained. “I believe what makes the pasty a perfect meal is it’s substantial, warm and comforting even in the desert heat,” Thomas added.

Cornish Pasty Company has eight Arizona locations, most of which are open until 1 a.m. or 2 a.m.

Visit one of the Cornish Pasty Company’s locations at 7 W. Monroe Street, Phoenix, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

AZ 88

As the name suggests, AZ 88 opened in Arizona in 1988 in the Scottsdale Civic Center area. It is a bar with an eclectic menu of salads, chicken sandwiches and martinis that are famously served “to the brim,” meaning servers bring them to the table without spilling a drop.

The space features a contemporary bar with attractive glass architecture, an inviting patio and unusual modern art installations that rotate throughout the year.

Dale Jodoin, General Manager and President of AZ 88, described the restaurant as an upscale bar that serves American bar food, and they are open each night until 12 a.m.

You can visit AZ 88 at 7353 E. Scottsdale Mall, Scottsdale, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Rough Rider

This Downtown Phoenix restaurant transports patrons to the 1900s era of Teddy Roosevelt with its vintage decor and expertly crafted cocktails. Rough Rider is located in a formerly abandoned mailroom, and though slightly reclusive, it is worth the adventure.

With an American-style menu emphasizing classic flavors, the tender meat pairs well with unique side dishes that elevate the entrees perfectly.

One of the leaders in Arizona restaurants for their cocktail program, the menu prides itself on its vibrant array of unusual options. You can enjoy their cuisine until 11 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, and 12 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

You can visit Rough Rider at 1001 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ, or visit their website for more information.

Want more Arizona restaurant recommendations? Watch “Check, Please! Arizona” for inspiration for your next meal out, or view one of our other lists here!